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MS 201 TC-M

English

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This Instruction Manual refers to a 

STIHL chain saw, also called a machine 

in this Instruction Manual.

Pictograms

The meanings of the pictograms 

attached to or embossed on the 

machine are explained in this manual.
Depending on the model concerned, the 

following pictograms may be on your 

machine.

Symbols in Text

Many operating and safety instructions 

are supported by illustrations.
The individual steps or procedures 

described in the manual may be marked 

in different ways:

N

A bullet marks a step or procedure.

A description of a step or procedure that 

refers directly to an illustration may 

contain item numbers that appear in the 

illustration. Example:

N

Loosen the screw (1).

N

Lever (2) ...

In addition to the operating instructions, 

this manual may contain paragraphs 

that require your special attention. Such 

paragraphs are marked with the 

symbols and signal words described 

below:

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if 

not avoided, will result in death or 

serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if 

not avoided, could result in death or 

serious injury.

NOTICE

Indicates a risk of property damage, 

including damage to the machine or its 

individual components.

Engineering Improvements

STIHL’s philosophy is to continually 

improve all of its products. As a result, 

engineering changes and improvements 

are made from time to time. Therefore, 

some changes, modifications and 

improvements may not be covered in 

this manual. If the operating 

characteristics or the appearance of 

your machine differs from those 

described in this manual, please contact 

your STIHL dealer or the STIHL 

distributor for your area for assistance.

Guide to Using this Manual

Fuel tank; fuel mixture of 

gasoline and engine oil

Chain oil tank; chain oil

Engaging and disengag

-

ing the STIHL Quickstop 

chain brake

Direction of chain rotation

Ematic; chain oil quantity 

control

Tension the chain

Intake air preheating for 

winter operation

Intake air for summer 

operation

Handle heating

Operate decompression 

valve

Operate manual fuel 

pump

Summary of Contents for MS 201 TC-M

Page 1: ...tilice la barra y la cadena de contragolpe reducido de la forma especificada en este manual o de otros componentes reductores de contragolpe Read Instruction Manual thoroughly before use and follow al...

Page 2: ...Instruction Manual 1 53 Manual de instrucciones 54 114...

Page 3: ...ur STIHL dealer or the STIHL distributor for your area if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual WARNING Because a chain saw is a high speed wood cutting tool some special safety...

Page 4: ...rdous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Indicates a risk o...

Page 5: ...ederal state and local safety regulations standards and ordinances WARNING Do not lend or rent your chain saw without the instruction manual Be sure that anyone using it understands the information co...

Page 6: ...tefinger disease Raynaud s phenomenon or carpal tunnel syndrome These conditions reduce the hand s ability to feel and regulate temperature produce numbness and burning sensations and may cause nerve...

Page 7: ...ting jackets scarfs neckties jewelry flared or cuffed pants unconfined long hair or anything that could become caught on branches brush or the moving parts of the chain saw Secure hair so it is above...

Page 8: ...gerous Accidental acceleration of the engine can cause the saw chain to rotate Always engage the chain brake when taking more than a few steps By hand When transporting your chain saw by hand the engi...

Page 9: ...uel tank opening To do this with this STIHL cap raise the grip on the top of the cap until it is upright at a 90 angle Insert the cap in the fuel tank with the positioning mark on the grip of the cap...

Page 10: ...ug boot is securely mounted on the spark plug a loose boot may cause arcing that could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire For proper assembly of the bar and saw chain follow the procedure descr...

Page 11: ...s very dangerous because you may lose control of the saw Place the chain saw on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area Maintain good balance and secure footing WARNING Be sure that the gui...

Page 12: ...ous when working on slopes or uneven ground Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps roots rocks holes and ditches to avoid stumbling There is increased danger of slipping on freshly debarked lo...

Page 13: ...users should cut logs on a sawhorse see Cutting small logs Working Conditions Operate and start your chain saw only outdoors in a well ventilated area Operate it under good visibility and daylight co...

Page 14: ...y respiratory illness or cancer The use and disposal of asbestos containing products have been strictly regulated by OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency Do not use your chain saw to cut or di...

Page 15: ...ion about whether vegetation and weather conditions are suitable for the use of a chain saw WARNING Take special care when cutting shattered wood because of the risk of injury from slivers being caugh...

Page 16: ...designed to reduce the exhaust emissions of the engine by a chemical pro cess in the muffler Due to this process the muf fler does not cool down as rapidly as conven tional mufflers when the engine r...

Page 17: ...Wear gloves when handling or performing maintenance on saw chains WARNING Use the specified spark plug and make sure it and the ignition lead are always clean and in good condition Always press spark...

Page 18: ...emission control system please refer to the maintenance chart and to the limited warranty statement near the end of the instruction manual Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer The solid je...

Page 19: ...he risk of kickback injury such as a chain brake low kickback saw chain reduced kickback bar etc b Chain saws with a displacement of 3 8 cubic inches 62 cm and above must be equipped with at least one...

Page 20: ...enough this alone is sufficient to engage the brake even without contacting the front hand guard WARNING Never operate your chain saw without a front hand guard In a kickback situation this guard help...

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